6 Ways to avoid bumps and cuts after shaving

• Misitu wachia Mau Mau fighters. 

• Do not feel bad about not perfecting your shave, this things require patience.

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Shaving your nether areas in the comfort of your home is something most people enjoy.

Not everybody is OK with being waxed especially by 'strangers'

The challenge for most people is how to avoid getting bumps after.

Worry not as we have tips on how to stay clean, Misitu wachia Mau Mau fighters. 

Below are ways to avoid getting bumps after shaving your beard, armpits, or your coochie.

 Trim hair down

If you hair is long, it is advisable to trim it first using a clean pair of scissors.

This saves you time and also prevents razor burn and ingrown hairs.

Wash your skin with warm water 

This helps soften your hair and skin follicles, which in return prevents any injuries.

It also helps reduce the force needed to cut through your hair hence making the shaving experience more enjoyable.

 Exfoliate regularly

Before shaving, gently scrub the pubic area, armpits, or beard with a washcloth.

This will help to ensure your skin's surface is free of dead skin cells which can sometimes trap hair as it grows back.

Apply a shaving cream

This helps smoothen the process,and avoid bumps and unwanted cuts.

 Use a sharp razor designed for intimate shaving.

Investing in a sharp razor is a MUST.

A sharp razor helps you avoid nicks and cuts because the blades will not get caught and cause extra tugging on your pubic hair. 

Shave with the grain.

Pull your skin taut and shave in the direction that your hair grows. 

Going in multiple directions with your razor can lead to cuts and serious in growns.

 

 

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